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Connecticut western news., 1887-12-07
SOUTH FERN NEW MARLBORO

The news of the sudden death of Rev William Fl. Ellis, son of Dea. Wm. Ellis. of Southfeld, missionary at Troy, N O., was received Saturday by his grief stricken parents. He died Nov 28th, aged 35 years and six months Letters received give but little informa- tion as to the immediate cause of his death. His health has been poor for several months. For nine years he has earnestly labored for the American Missionary Association, for the eleva- tion and uplifting of the colored race. He has endured trials and disappoint- ments, encountered opposition and prejndices his life often threatened, but he outlived them all, so that even his enemies were forced to respect, and in some measure appreciate his self sacrifice and devotion to his work. Very few, if any, colored people in the county were competent to teach 8 primary school when he went to Troy. He instituted Normal school, educa- ted and trained large number of eff cient teachers, which have become mighty moral power in the county. But his work is done. He died at his post. He has high and noble record. We cannot mourn as those without hope May his holy example and self-denying life stimulate us ell to aspire to higher life, thus fitting us for the life to come.
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The News and the Truth
 IN THE Springfield Republican

The Springfield Republican, established in 1924 by Samuel Bowles, is universally recog- nized as one of the leading newspapers of America. It publishes the most thorough and comprehensive reports of New England News, and ably represents the best New Eng land ideas. It gathers carefully the impor- tant news of the whole country and of the world, and presents it in compact and read able form. Tho Weekly Republican is called by many the best review of American life anywhere printed.
 1t is vigorous, but reasonable in the OK presson of it's editorial opinions, which are progressive, independent and liberal. It is devoted to the interests of the whole people rather than to those of any party. Recognize ing the good and condemning the evil repre- sented in the chief political bodies as now constituted, it gives its support to he s!de that offers the largest measure of advance ment toward better, purer government and happier. more equitable social conditions
 It deals with all the vital issues of the day and offers it's readers abundant and interest," ing examples of good literature.
 The Daily Republican is sold for SS d year, $2 quarter, 70 cents a month, cents copy.
 The Sunday Republican is S2 a year, 50 cents quarter, 5 cents copy.
 The Weekly Republican is $1 a year, 60 cents for six months; 10 cents a month for trial subscriptions.
Connecticut western news., 1887-12-07
BERKSHIRE COUNTY.

North Adams will not have charity ball this season.
 Several cases of scarlet fever are re- ported at Lee.
 Twelve deaths occurred in Lee during the month of November.
 Sandisfeld farmers are jubilant over the success of their creamery.
 An Aggasiz association has been formed in the high school at Pittsfeld.
 Eugene Hunt, who has been visiting his parents in Lee has returned to Florida.
 A summer house is being erected by Dr Samuel Camp on the shore of Trout pond, New Marlboro.
 Gross Bros, of Lee, have new gas machine which Is used to light the buildings at their quarry.
 The students who were suspended from Williams college, with one excep- tion, have returned to the college.
 A fre-proof curtain has been placed in the Academy of music, Pittsfeld Its weight is about 300 pounds.
 The annual festival of the Berkshire farmers will be held at Curtis hotel, Lenox on Tuesday, December 2Oth.
 General Armstrong, principal of the Hampton Institute, will speak in the First church, Pittsfeld, Monday eve- ming, December 12th
 The third annual exhibition of the Central Berkshire Poultry, Pigeon and Pet Stock Association commenced at Memorial hall, Lee, yesterday, and will close tomorrow evening.
 The will of the late Abranam Bur- bank of Pittsfeld, provides that large portion of the estate be devoted to the founding of hospital in that city and land is given for it's site.
 In the important suit brought by the Celluloid company of Newark, N. J. against the American Zylonite company of Adams, the decision has been rem dered in favor of the latter company.
 The parish house, which is being erected for St Marks church at Adams, will be an architectural ornament to the town as well as valuable aid in the prosecution of church work. The de- signes are by William Brocklesby. of Hartford, who Is constructing the ! Kneeland memorial chancel at Lenox.
Connecticut western news., 1887-12-07
PERSONAL.

Mir N. H. Frohlichstein, of Mobile, Ala, writes: I take great pleasure in recommending Dr Kings New Discove- ry for Consumption, having used it for severe attack of Bronchitis and Catarrh It gave me instant relief and entirely cured me and I have not been afflicted I also beg to state that I have tired other remedies with no good result Have also used Electric Bitters and Dr Kings New Life Pills, both of which I can recommend. Dr Kings New Dis covery for Consumption, Coughs and Colds, is sold on positive guarantee. Trial bottles free at w. H. Camps drug store.
Connecticut western news., 1887-12-07

Gazette and he also kindly offered to loan it to the NEWS. We gladly accept ed his offer and we know that our read CTS will unite with us in thanking him for his kindness.
 Sheffield people have arranged for grand excursion to Bridgeport on Saturday Dec IT. Round trip tickets only 1,25 from Ct Harrington Sheffield Ashley Falls and Canaan. For full par ticulars see large posters soon to be is sued.
 Tt is hoped the evening school will be fully organized tomorrow evening. The young people are little bashful about identifying themselves with the project but we hope they will all be on hand at o'clock at " l. A. Hall.
 Rev A. NJ. Boolgoorjoo will de- liver lecture for the benefit of the Vil- lage Improvement association, some evening nett week, probably Friday evening. Full particulars will be given in next issue of the NEWS
 Mir Van De Bogert. member of the "Cowles Guard, of Hudson N Y., (23rd separate Company of the N. G. s. N. VI visited '.The Grove" last week for the purpose of obtaining some ar ticles of interest belonging to the late Col Cowles, for loan exhibition to be held at Hudson under the auspices of the Guard.
 Some of our out of town advertisers already invite attention to their stock of holiday goods. Those who advertise early always get the cream of the trade. Those who neglect or refuse to advertise are respectfully reminded of the story about merchant who asked lady "Why is it that you never buy any goods at my store?" The lady replied s'you never ask me to patronize you; you never advertise in a newspaper, and Inever go where I am not invited'. The NEWS respectfully invites merch ants, and all engaged in legitimate and honorable business, to use it's ad vertising columns as medium of com municating with the public and solicit ing share of the public patronage. Do not wait until the eleventh hour after 99 out of every 100 persons have made their purchases. This suggestion is not only applicable to the holiday trade but whenever you have seasonable goods to sell.
 Mir Cassimere Boinay, aged GA years, was stricken with paralysis while walking across the floor of his dwelling on Monday evening of last week. Medi- cal aid was summoned but he remained in an unconscious condition until he expired at o'clock on Thursday morn ing His funeral was attended Saturday noon, at his late residence near Pine Grove camp ground, Rev F. W. Barnett officiating. MT Boinay was born in Switzerland. He came to the United States Az or 43 years ago, and since then the greater part of his life has been pass ed in this town, although he lived three years in Michigan, and short time in New Jersey and for awhile at New Brit ian, Conn. For many years he was en- ployed by the late John A. Beckley and afterward by Barnum Richardson Go to manufacture charcoal and he faithfully fulfilled many contracts with them. He leaves widow, five sons. two daught- CTS, number of grandchildren, and many friends to mourn his loss.
Connecticut western news., 1887-12-07
The Youths COmDaniOn

is superior to any Illustrated Family Weekly published. That it is highly appreciated is shown by the fact that it has won it's way into 100000 families. The publishers issue new Announce ment and Calendar, showing increased attractions for the new year, which with sample copies will be sent free to ali not familiar with the paper. If $l75 is sent now, it -=-ill pay for The Companion to January. 1889, and you will receive the admirable Double Thanksgiving and Christmas Numbers, and other weekly issues to Jan. 1, 1888, free.
Connecticut western news., 1887-12-07
BORN

MINISTERIAL East Long Meadow, Mass,
 Dec l. son to B. I. and Katie l. Webster. BRINToN-In Falls Village, Dec 2d, 1887, son
 to MT and Mrs Dwight Brinton.
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Goods !!

HOllQdy GOOuS !! With the recent improve ments in my store and careful selection of goods l am pre- pared to show the most elegant and attractive stock of Holiday Goods ever displayed in town, and at prices to suit the times. Rose Jars, Piano Lamps.
 Water Sets, Statuetts, Salad Dishes, Cheese Dishes, Bronze Goods, Punch Bowls, Plaques, Cracker Jars
 Baskets, Smoking Sets, Faacy Lamps, Toilet Sets.
 Vases, Umbrella Holders, Crate Fans, Swiss Carving,
 Candle Sticks, Bone Dishes, Finger Bowles, Vinegar Bottles Tobacco Jars, Bonbon Boxes,
 Egg Dishes, Pudding Sets, Potpourri, Children Goods Celery Glasses, Thermometers Cups and Saucers,
 Piano Busters,
 Lamp Shades, Brass Goods,
 c A M ARIES, E. D. STRONG, Ct Burlington, Mass Dec 7th, 1887.
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Arrive from Southfield, Mill River and Clay ton at 9.10 A. M Close at PM.
 J. B. HARpENBERGH, P. NJ.
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l.AkEVILLE.

The fair at St Mary's church still continues though many of the valuable articles have been disposed of. .... We are pleased to see that the obnoxious crucifx, which was removed short time since, has not been replaced. The boys enjoyed day or two of good skating on the pond last week. .. Ed Bissell, who was too unwell to return to college, has grown rapidly worse and is now seriously ill a. Mrs Chas Pulver visited friends here over Sunday. The sociable at A. Martins last We'd nesday evening was success in every way. The unusually large amount of eleven dollars was the receipts of the entertainment -. A load of Lakeville young people attenden the bazar at Millerton last Thursday evening. -. The Sterling theatrical troupe give en- tertainments in the hall every night this week.
 The Catholic priest has had the cru cifix taken down and placed inside of the church. %. G. Bradley's famous sorrel is dead, aged 23. :. !. . Mrs James Van Dusen has very bad limb which has troubled her for long time but is slowly improving under Dr Orton's treatment. :. Wesley Bradley has dis located his hip. Our popalar mer- chants, Bissell & Bartram, are doing Q fourshing buisness. Bartram has gone to New York after goods. Look out for something nice for the holidays.
 BEss.
, 1887-01-19
THE LUsK
Fun Particulars of the Shooting and the
Arrest,

The following account Of the shooting
of Charles Gum by VIM. Mccoy, in Lusk,
last Saturday, we're received from THE
LEADERS correspondent in that place
yesterday. Nothing can be learned, as
yet, of any riot which may have hap
pened, or whether Deputy Sheriff Owens
was imprisoned or not. Sheriff Sharpless
and posse arrived there yesterday, and
full particulars will soon be had.
To the Editor OF The Leader.
LUsK, Jan. 15.-This morning, at 0
o'clock, Bill Mccoy shot and killed Chas.
Gum. The shooting occurred at Jim
Waters saloon, and grew out of a diff
Guilty which began the evening before at a
club dance held in this place. Mccoy
fired twice, the second bullet entering
Gums forehead just above the left eye.
He fell forward on his face and hands,
and died instantly. Mccoy ran across the
street, when Gum fell, to where he had
his horse in readiness. Mounting the
animal, he rode east down the railroad
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hearing the cry of Arrest that man, ran
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regard to the matter the correspondent
tearing that his letter would not reach
here IN time, sent the following message,
which is materially the same as the letter,
although a lew other facts are mentioned.
Special Dispatch TO THx LEADER.
Lusk, Jan. ls.-Charley unn and
, 1887-01-19

remember to have read in one Of the
poets that all ages have their toys, and
that prayer books were the toys of very
old age, but for nearly a week my toys
have been my feet, rs | have been laid
up in bed with an attack of the govt. and
n very pretty toy IL is. 1t first struck the
left foot, and swelled it up to a resemb-
lance to what would be the foot of the
statue of freedom, had that foot not been
covered by the artist to keep the govt out
Of it. Having some familiarity with
this complaint, l judged by the size Of
the foot that it might go down in one
month and be recognizable to the oldest
inhabitant. 1t went down, however, or
rather lost the disease. in about five DAYS.
and then the peslsy thing crossed right
over TO the other foot. Now, ! want to
know by what means it got over there.
The disease is not catching or contagious,
as we know. so 1t could not have passed
through the pores OF the skin. This little
conundrum has interested me for hours
to see that big, blasted foot on tho left.
like II fellow who has been through the
hands of a whipping master, and out OF
its pains, now waiting for its little brother
on the right, which has IA red knucklc
but otherwise shows no inflammation.
-Ntath' in Boston Globe.
, 1887-01-19

Court convened yesterday morning at
10 o'clock, Chief Justice Maginnis and
Associate Justices Corn and Blair presid-
ing.
On motion OF J. w. Lacey, G. W.
Sewers, of the first judicial district, was
admitted as attorney and counsellor at law
to the bar of the court
On motion of j. W. Lacey, p. j. Bry-
an was admitted as attorney and counsel
lor at law to the bar of the court.
On motion of C. N. Potter, Frank II.
Clark was admitted as attorney and
counsellor at law to the bar of the court.
On motion of Gibson Clark, James P.
Caldwell was admitted as attorney and
counsellor at law to the bar of the court.
On motion of A. C. Campbell, Geo.
l.. Courtney was admitted as attorney
and counsellor at law to the bar Of the
court.
The license OF NJ. c. Brown as attorney
and counsellor at law to practice in the
supreme court having been, by a former
order of the court, suspended; on motion
Of H. Councilman, for and in behalf of
Mr.. Brown, it was ordered by the court
that he be restored to all rights and priv
ileges as an attorney and counsellor at
law to practice in the supreme court,
Barbara Fein VS.. J. NJ. Ingersoll, j..
j. Fein, ST., and j. Fein, Jr.; the case
was argued and taken under advisement
by the court.
Frank Ketchum vs.. n. X. Davis; case
argued and taken under advisement.
On motion of w. Vandevanter, II. b.
Held, o the third judicial district, was ad-
mitted as an attorney and counsellor at
law TO practice in the supreme court.
Court adjourned until 10 O'Clock this
morning.
, 1887-01-19

James Gordon Bennett has lately re-
vived New York interest in himself by a
brief visit to town, and while here he
proved, by ~overhauling and improving
The Herald, that he can do something
else than luxuriously enjoy himself if he
tries. His presence led Harry Nolen, a
boatman well known in yachting circles,
to clear up an old mystery by telling a
story of Benefits diversions. Harry
said: "A boat was discovered one morn
ing sailing about in a crazy way that
puzzled everybody that saw her. Some
times she would dart ahead like a fish;
then she would come up and laugh in
the teeth OF the breeze, back up, spar for
wind and make another rush. In fact,
she manouvred pretty much like II
fighter in the ring. Everybody thought
that whoever was sailing that boat was
crazy sure. But spyglasses soon showed
that there was nobody on board. She
was out on u spree Of her own, and, as
she was disorderly, she was taken i'll.
1t was believed that she had tossed some
fellows overheard, but she hadn't.
Al know what happened to her. The
Dauntless was in the harbor the night be-
fore and Bennett went ashore. He wasn't
long there before he ran foul of a fight i'll
a hotel. don't know anything about
the details of the battle, but l believe he
had quite a breezy time. Champagne
bottles were damaged, mirrors were bonn
barded, waters were scattered, bouncers
bounced and the police called. The posi-
ton became a little disagreeable, and
Bennett, who, whether he deserved it or
not, was sure to get the credit of having
painted the town red, found himself
obliged TO retreat. He ran down to the
dock, jumped on board the first catboat
he could reach, cut her loose, made sail
and put out for the Dauntless. Oh, he
could handle anything with canvas.
When he got on board the Dauntless he
let the catboat 60 adrift and gave orders
to leave Immediately. We left, and that
explains the catboat mystery. II the
boat had been lost or damaged Bennett
would undoubtedly have given the owner
Of her the price of a new one; but, as no
damage was done, no money was paid.
at least as far us / know. He was al
ways willing to pay all damages at the
close OF any boyish frolic, for, although
Bennett was q wild fellow, he was also a
gentleman.-"Uncle Bill in Chicago
Herald.
, 1887-01-19
INCORPORATED.
Boston and and Improvement
Company File Papers.

At the county clerks office, yesterday,
the Boston Land and Improvement COM
pany filed articles of incorporation. The
objects for which the company is formed
are for the purchase and sale of real es-
tate; the improvement, cultivation and
irrigation of any and all real estate which
may be acquired by the company: the
buying of water tights, etc, and the
building of all appliances necessary to
irrigation and cultivation; the borrowing
of moneys on bond, note or other evidence
of Indebtedness to be executed by the
company. The capital stock of the COM
pany shall be 1925, 900, divided into 1850
shares of 800 each. Term of existence
fifty years. The trustees of the company
are John W. Collins, Alonzo Martin and
George l.. Beard, all of the city of Chey-
enne, Wyo. The principal office of the
corporation shall be, and the principal
part of the business carried on, in Chey-
pnne.
, 1887-01-19
WINTER NOTES.
Common Occurrences in and About
the City.
Matters of Minor Importance
Hastily Gathered.

The Alert Hose company will hold a
meeting this evening.
The train from the Fast was more than
an hour late last evening.
A complete account OF the shooting at
Lusk is given in another column.
Several attorneys were admitted to the
bar of the supreme court yesterday.
Two cases were argued and taken under
advisement in the supreme court yester-
day.
The Sons of Veterans held an enthusi-
astic meeting last evening at Keefe's
hall.
The city council met last evening, the
newly elected councilmen and mayor all
being present.
Scarlet fever is reported in quite a num-
Der of cities in this territory. Several
cases being in and about this city.
A man in Charlton's stable while chop
pug nay lOT ittu y~esttTudy, uuu tut
thumb Of his left hand cut off at the first
Joint.
The wind suddenly settled down last
evening. 1t is presumably resting and
gathering strength for a renewed on
slaught.
1t was fortunate that Sheriff Sharpless
had an armed body guard with him on his
way to Lusk. He might have met Bill
Mccoy en- route.
There are several boys around the city
at present who are begging for money to
assist them in getting to some town where
they say they have homes.
Owing to the Democratic majority in
the council Ike Bergman consented to the
nomination of three Democrats for posi-
tions under the city government.
f. Lelbev has removed his grocery store
to the Masonic block, on Sixteenth street,
between Ferguson and Eddy streets. W.
s. Campbell is now connected with the
business and will conduct the -four, feed
and grain department.
, 1887-01-19

A"remarkable find of meteoric iron has
been recently described by DIR. Gurlt, of
Bonn. This mass, which weighs about
l 1-2 pounds, vas found in a piece of
coal about to be used in a furnace.
Close examination proves it to be of me-
teoric origin, and was plunged into the
mass of coal during its formation in the
tertiary geological epoch. 1t is essentially
pure iron. with some contained carbon
and nickel. There are other similar me
teorite, as the famous masses of st.
Catherine in Brazil and Braunau i in b.
hemia, but this is very much older and
belongs to the tertiary epoch.-C chicago
Tribune.
, 1887-01-19

Manufactured only by the California
Fig Syrup company, San Francisco, Cal,
is natures own true laxative. This pleas
ant California liquid fruit remedy may be
had of W. N. Hunt. Large bottles at
so cents or one dollar. 1t is the most
pleasant, prompt and effective remedy
known to cleanse the system; to act on
the liver, kidneys and bowels gently yet
thoroughly; to dispel headaches, colds and
%fevers; to cure constipation, Indigestion
and kindred ills.
, 1887-01-19
CITY COUNCIL.
The New Council Holds a Busy session
Last Evening.

At a regular meeting Of the city council,
held last evening. Mayor Reel was in the
chair and Councilmen Harrington, Moro
ney, Griffin, Murray, Whitcomb, Draper,
Keefe and Riner were present.
City Treasurer Bergman presented to
the council cancelled warrants. bonds and
coupons to the amount Of $73.570, which
were examined by the finance committee,
and burned by Aldermen Harrington and
Draper.
The reports of the city marshal and
sexton were received and ordered filed.
The reports of the city treasurer and
the city clerk were approved and ordered
printed.
The semi-annual report Of the chief of
the fire department. M. P. Hanniin, was
read and ordered fled.
The following bills we're presented and
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